That’s right. We’re back on our boat shoe bullsh*t.
Sorry not sorry. The weather went from meh to mediterranean basically overnight, and now all we want to do is sip one of those drinks with the little umbrella in them. And y’know what pairs perfectly with tropical drinks? Casual footwear (not sandals).
If you have a physical aversion to boat shoes, we want to be understanding, but also…it’s hard because boat shoes are great. They’re versatile; they look better with age, and they’re crazy-comfortable! What’s not to love?
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite pairs that are perfect for the warm weather weekends ahead.
Below, the 10 best boat shoes for guys:
1. Sperry Top-Sider, $85
SG Says: The OG. If you’re going to get just one pair, make it these.
2. Quoddy, $180
SG Says: These suede boat shoes by Quoddy fit somewhere on the style spectrum between a moccasin and a desert boot. You get the feel of a boat shoe, while the overall look feels (somewhat) less bro-tastic. The best of both worlds!
3. Goodfellow & Co, $30
SG Says: Target’s continuously stellar Goodfellow & Co line strikes again. The chambray material really makes this pair of summer slip-ons pop.
4. Columbia, $80
SG Says: We’re into the twist on a conservative, classic shoe in this pair from Columbia. The sneaker vibes, thanks to the heather grey cotton material, could turn any skeptic into a boat shoe aficionado.
5. 1901 Pacific, $60
SG Says: We’ve told you that lavender is the way to go for spring. Now, are you ready to extend that to your footwear?
6. Sperry, $200
SG Says: These colorblocked boat shoes are not for every guy, we’ll admit it. But we think they look super-cool, plus they give you a little extra height…if you’re into that kind of thing.
7. Tretorn, $70
SG Says: This grey chambray canvas pair from Tretorn feels different than the “typical” boat shoe, but just enough.
8. Tom’s, $70
SG Says: Look, sometimes you just have to lean into the vibe. Y’know?
9. SWIMS, $160
SG Says: To be honest, we’re not totally sure about these as a second or even third pair of boat shoes for your summer footwear arsenal, but they feel ~innovative~ and you know we’re a sucker for that. From the Norwegian rainwear experts at SWIMS, these loafers sport a breathable knit upper that’s surrounded in waterproof rubber.
10. Sebago, $120
SG Says: If Sperrys are the boat shoe OG, the Sebago “Schooner” has to be the OG’s cousin. Sometimes classic brown leather is all you need.
TELL US:
WHICH PAIR DO YOU PREFER TO SPORT THIS SEASON?
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I have some classic Allen Edmonds brown ones that are closest to the Clarks. I live in them in the summer as I frequently a sockless and want to kick something easy on that looks better than my wellies (which I do all of my garden work in).
As I move away from anything open toed (soccer mad son makes that too dangerous) these are great as you can wear them in the wet and sand too.
I’ve got a pair of bluish-grey canvas sperrys that I’ve work for a couple of years. I’m planning on picking up a pair of classic brown leather ones this summer. I’ve recently gotten into the east coast prep look and boat shoes are of course a staple of that look.
http://www.sperrytopsider.com/en/authentic-original-2-eye-boat-shoe/10118M.html?dwvar_10118M_color=0195115#cgid=men-shoes-boat-shoes&prefn1=refinementColor&prefv1=Brown&start=11
I am not sure why but I was a bit skeptical about boat shoes. But I think I would be willing to try numbers 2 and 5. I am opening up my horizons one pair of shoes at a time.
One (stylish) step at a time!
I know its boring, but I prefer just the regular old tan ones with tan soles. I’m on probably my 5th pair. Wear them on the boat until the treads wear down slick and aren’t safe, and then transition them to kick around shoes and throw the old kick around ones away.
http://www.sperrytopsider.com/en/authentic-original-2-eye-boat-shoe/10118M.html?dwvar_10118M_color=0197640#cgid=men-shoes-boat-shoes&start=52
Agreed — I’m on my third pair of the AO2s in classic brown. Can’t go wrong with traditional coloring if you want a more multi-purpose shoe.
Agreed. AO2 in Classic Brown, they’ll NEVER go out of style.
These are the ones I have: http://www.sperrytopsider.com/en/authentic-original-2-eye-boat-shoe/10096W.html?dwvar_10096W_color=9155240#cgid=women-collections-authentic-originals&start=8
But I think I also might want these for this summer: http://www.sperrytopsider.com/en/authentic-original-2-eye-boat-shoe/10096W.html?dwvar_10096W_color=9826314#cgid=women-collections-authentic-originals&start=11
All good colors, M — I prefer the white soles personally, but they definitely get dirty if you’re wearing your sperrys as one should, so I can see the allure of the darker soles.
I can’t seem to steer clear of puddles in the summertime, so dark soles are definitely safer..
I’ve got a pair of all grey leather Sperry’s, but I really like that teal pair from Bass.
Fun, right?!
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